Objective To investigate the value of low positive AFP level for the diagnosis of hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)when a space occuping lesion was already identified in the liver.Methods The AFP level of 401 HCC cases from January 1999 to October 2006 were retrospectively analyzed.Results 22 cases of small liver cancer underwent reducing surgical resection in our hospital,increasing the quality of life and prolonging survival rate.Con- clusion(1)The AFP level between 20 and 200?g/L is of diagnostic for HCC when a SOL is identified.(2)The clinical reference diagnostic criteria using AFP level more than 20?g/L,instead of more than 200?g/L is helpful for the diagnosis.(3)Combined diagnosis of AFP level more than 20?g/L and ultrasonography or CT scanning yields higher sensitivity and specificity th.an traditional,diagnostic criteria.

Objective To investigate effects of maintenance hemodialysis with citrate-bicarbonate dialysate on Th17 in peripheral blood of patients with chronic renal failure (CRF). Methods The CRF patients (n=57) with main-tenance hemodialysis for more than three months as well as free-active infection were selected and divided into two groups randomly, which were treated by citrate-bicarbonate dialysate and ordinary carbonate dialysate for mainte-nance dialysis in 12 month, respectively. The levels of interleulin-17 (IL-17) and percentages of Th17 subgroup in peripheral blood were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and flow cytometer, respectively. ResultsThe levels of IL-17 and percentages of Th17 subgroup in patients treated with citrate-bicarbonate dialysate for more than six months were significantly lower than those treated with ordinary carbonate dialysate. Moreover, incidences of adverse reactions in group of citrate bicarbonate dialysate were lower than those of common carbonate dialysate group. Conclusion The pro-inflammatory effects of maintenance hemodialysis with citrate-bicarbonate dialysate on the patients are lower than those of ordinary carbonate dialysate. Citrate-bicarbonate dialysate causes the reduction of inflammatory state, and is worthy of being popularized in clinic.

Objective To study the therapeutic effect of catgut net wrapping for preservation of the injured spleen.Methods Catgut net wrapping method was used to preserve the injured spleen,and the clinical material of those patients treated by the wrapping method was retrospectively evaluated.Results Ultimate spleen recovery was achieved in each case of 15 patients without postoperative bleeding observed,any abscess formation,or complications related to the use of catgut net wrapping.The patients were discharged after 10 to 14 hospital dayS.Two-week-fol-low-up results showed this therapeutic opinion is safe.Conclusion As a means of preserving the injured spleen,the catgut net wrapping method was simple,safe,and efficacious.

Objective To investigate the roles of cell apoptosis and the gene expressions of Fas, FasL, bcl-2 and bax in acute rejection of pancreaticoduodenal transplantation and to evaluate the function of duodenum biopsy for early detection of rejection in rats. Methods Wistar and SD rats were divided into two groups: ①Wistar rats that underwent allogenic pancreaticoduodenal transplantation from the organs of SD rats; ②Wistar rats that received homogenic transplantation. The grafts were then harvested on day 3, 5 and 7 after the transplantation, and all graft samples were observed with HE staining and TUNEL was also used to detect apoptotic cells. The expressions of Fas, FasL, bcl-2 and bax were measured by immunochemical method. According to Nakhleh’s score, pathologic features of transplanted pancreas and duodenum were ranged from one to three scores in order. Results The percentage of same or different scores between the pathological scores of pancreas and duodenum in allogenic pancreaticoduodenal transplantation group were 61.1% (11/18) and 38.9% (7/18) respectively, and there were 6 specimens of pancreatic tissue got higher scores with only one higher score for duodenum. There were significant differences of histopathologic rejection scores and apoptotic indices between the two groups, respectively (P

Objective To investigate the activity changes of gelatinase in the formation of ascending aortic aneurysm.Methods Thirty five young Wistar rats were divided into two groups:the control group and the experiment group.The rat models induced by ascending aorta banding were made.The ascending aortas were taken after 3-5 months operation,changes of gelatinase activity was observed by gelatin zymography and film in situ zymography.Results Gelatinase activity of ascending aortic aneurysm was significantly increased compared with that of normal ascending aortic aorta.Conclusion Elevation of gelatinase activity may play a significant role in the formation of ascending aortic aneurysm.

Objective To discuss the laparoscopic retroperitoneal dismembered pyeloplasty in the treatment of ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction. Methods From 2004 to 2007, a total of 41 consecutive patients (20 men and 21 women) with a mean age 30 years (range 12-45 years) un-derwent laparoscopic retroperitoneal dismembered pyeloplasty for UPJ obstruction. One patient had a congenital solitary kidney, 3 patients had renal calculi and 3 patients had horseshoe kidneys. Diuresis renogram and intravenous urography were performed at 3 and 6 months postoperatively, and annually thereafter. Success was defined by the absence of symptoms and improvement of intravenous urogra-phy and the diuretic renogram. Results The mean operative time was 160 min (range 95 to 300 min) with the average estimated blood loss was 35 ml (range 20 to 80 ml). There was no conversion to open surgery. Crossing vessels were found in 10 patients. Among these cases, the ureter was trans-posed anteriorly. Three patients with coexisting renal calculi were successfully had the stones re-moved. The mean hospital stay was 7.5 d (range 5 to 14 d). There were no intra-operative complica-tions. Postoperative complication was recorded in 1 patient with urine leakage. One patient developed an anastomotic stricture who took open surgery afterwards. The success rate was 97.6 % (40/41) at a mean follow-up of 28 months (range 13 to 52 months). Conclusion Laparoscopic retroperitoneal dismemebered pyeloplasty is effective and feasible.

Objective To conclude the diagnostic methodology of unroofed coronary sinus (UCS) by two-dimensional echocardiography(2DE). Methods By analyzing the echocardiographic results of 16 UCS patients who were diagnosed by 2DE and confirmed by operation, the diagnostic methodology of UCS by 2DE was summarized. Results Sixteen patients with UCS were involved in this study. Among them, 12 cases were diagnosed as complete UCS,others were partial UCS(PUCS). Twelve patients were complicated with persistence of left superior vena cava (LSVC) that was connected to left atrium (LA) through UCS. All of preoperative diagnosis conducted by 2DE were finally confirmed to be consistent with the results of operation. With the analysis of acquired echo images,key points of diagnosis were concluded as follow: 1) normal coronary sinus (CS) could not be detected in the routine 2DE views referring CS. PUCS showed partial absence of CS roof,while complete UCS displayed as total absence of CS. 2)Inter-atrial shunt would definitely be found in UCS and the opening to right atrium must be coronary sinus orifice. The shunt direction was depended on the combined cardiac malformations. 3) With the occurrence of UCS,LSVC would be in junction with LA through UCS. 4) The inter-atrial shunt resulted in cardiac morphologic and hemodynamic changes. Conclusions Better understanding of the anatomic, morphological and hemodynamic characteristics of UCS would greatly contribute to accurate diagnosis on UCS.

Objective To explore the role of monitoring the cellular immune function in preventing and treating the fungal infection in the recipients of liver transplantation. Methods 679 cadaveric liver transplantations (from Jan. 2004 to Jan. 2010) were retrospectively studied. All the cases were divided into 3 groups according to different treatments and preventing regimens. The patients in groups A, B, C were treated based on the clinical experiences (394 cases), T lymphocyte subsets counting (151 cases), and combination of ATP values of CD4+ T cell and T lymphocyte subsets counting (134 cases), respectively. The infection, mortality and acute rejection rate were analyzed. The relationship between fungal infection and cellular immune function was investigated.Results The fungal infection rate in groups A, B, and C was 28. 9 %, 21.2 %, and 19. 4 % (P<0. 05), the morbidity rate was 16. 7 %, 12. 5%, and 3. 8% (P>0. 05), and the acute rejection rate was 28. 4 %, 17. 2 %, and 13. 4 % (P<0. 01), respectively. The CD4+ T lymphocyte counting in all cases of fungal infection was (147±43)×106/L. The morbidity could reach 50. 0 % when the CD4+ T lymphocyte counting < 100 ×106/L, while it was 2. 4 % when the counting was between (100-200) ×106/L (P<0. 01). The CD4+ T lymphocyte counting had no linear relation with the ATP value.The ATP value in fungal infection cases was (117 ± 61)μg/L. Conclusion The cellular immune function test could be quantitatively evaluated according to the T lymphocyte subsets and ATP value of CD4+ T lymphocyte. And individualized immunosuppressive therapy could be adjusted accordingly.Therefore, cellular immune function could be instructive in preventing and treating the fungal infection after liver transplantation.

Objective To explore coping strategies and influence factors in primary glaucoma patients through describing characteristics of their coping strategies.Methods From November 2007 to June 2008,data were collected from 120 primary glaucoma patients in three hospitals in Guangzhou and Shenzhen.The final sample consisted of 100 patients and the data underwent analysis.Results Among different coping styles of primary glaucoma patients,facing was lower than norm,avoiding and yielding were higher than norm.The factors related to coping style were age,different cohabitant,different economic condition,different occupation,different educational level and health payment mode.Conclusions Primary glaucoma patients usually took avoiding or yielding coping styles.Nurses should help patients with low income and education background to face the disease positively.Besides,fully consideration should be given to patients with different age,at the same time,marriage and family support should also exert active function.

Objective To investigate the therapeutic outcome and its influencing factors after laparoscopic conservative surgery in treatment of tubal pregnancy. Methods From January 2003 to December 2008, 226 cases with tubal pregnancy were treated by laparoscopic conservative surgery. The tubal pateacy was evaluated in 152 cases given by hysterosalpingography (HSG) and 6 cases given by second laparoscopic exploration at 3-6 months after surgery. In their first laparoscopic surgeries, 209 got successful treatment and 19 underwent fail treatment. At 3-6 months after surgery, 89 cases with tubal patency among 207 cases with successful treatment were enrolled in group A. Nineteen cases who were failed in their first laparoscopic conservative surgery and treated by salpingectomy and 63 cases with tubal obstruction were enrolled in group B. The rate of tubal patency was calculated on patients with characteristics of gestational sac less or more than 5 era, the level serum human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) less than 2000 IU/L,2000 IU/L to 5000 IU/L, and more than 5000 IU/L Results There was no significant difference in age,parity, amenorrhea, location of tubal pregnancy, rupture, pelvic adhesion between group A and group B.Two hundred and seven cases (91.6%, 207/226) were successfully treated at initial laparescopy. One hundred and fifty-two cases got follow up and 55 cases lost follow up at 3 to 6 months after surgery. There was statistical difference in preoperative hCG value which median were 980 (55-12 000) IU/L in group A,3150 (570-40 000) IU/L in group B(P<0.01); the diameter of tubal gestational sac were (3.4±1.3)cm in group A and (5.0±1.7) cm in group B(P<0.01); respectively, the volume of peritoneal bleeding were 200 (0-1500) ml and 300 (0-1600) ml, the rate of live tubal embryo was 2% (2/89) in group A and 11% (9/82) in group B, which all reached statistical difference (P<0. 05). Among 171 cases in both group A and 8, the rate of tubal patency were 65% (67/103) in 103 cases with maximal diameter of tubal gestational sac less than 5 cm and 32% (22/68) in 68 cases with maximal diameter of tubal gestational sac more than 5 cm, which reached statistical difference (P < 0.01). The rate were 72% (73/102) in patients with serum level of hCG less than 2000 IU/L, 29% (12/42)in patients with 2000 IU/L to 5000 IU/L and 15% (4/27)in patients with more than 5000 IU/L, which also showed statistical difference (P <0.05). It was observed that preoperative serum hCG level (OR=0.277, P<0.01), the maximal diameter of gestational sac (OR=0.577, P<0.01) and the volume of peritoneal bleeding (OR=0.999, P < 0.05) were significant factors influencing successful laparoscopy treatment by logistical regression analysis.Conclusion In order to preserve fertility, laparoscopic conservative surgery was a safe and feasible approach in treatment of tubal pregnancy. Preoperative serum hCG levels, size of tube gestational sac were significant factors influencing successful laparoscopic surgery.